GNL3 is associated with osteoarthritis

A recent study has found that a polymorphism in the GNL3 gene is associated with osteoarthritis. This work is an important step in understanding the risk factors involved in this common disease. Further research is needed to characterise the function of the gene and the role of the variant in the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis. For more on this story, see www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-18676893.